Florida cop surprises homeless man with lunch

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6. I thought something similar... I often give cash, but there are times I

have purchased food for homeless people.

One time that sticks in my mind... A young man was sitting on a curb between my bank and a shopping center. I got the feeling that he was a veteran. I had to drive by him, but had no cash and not enough money in my account to make a $20 ATM withdrawal. So I chatted with him for a minute and then drove to a nearby Chinese restaurant and got him a combo meal because they tend to serve large portions. It was about $7.

When I drove back to where he had been, I was grateful to see he was still there.

I handed him the bag and said, "I hope you like Chinese." He gave me the most beautiful smile and said, "Ma'am, I LOVE Chinese!"

Most people accepting cash donations say "God bless you" or some variation, which is fine but I don't donate for blessings or thanks. I do it because "there but for the grace of whatever fate go I." That said, that young man's smile and delighted "I love Chinese!" was a generous thanks indeed.